Gill references the Mayans

Predators defenseman Hal Gill has been one of the more outspoken players towards the NHL’s bargaining tactics. This is his second lockout, and he clearly seems upset with the fact that it will go into the New Year. Gill also graduated from Providence and is one of the better quotes you’ll meet in the NHL. He offered up this gem today, referencing the Mayan apocalypse, which is supposed to happen Friday — though most places around the world have hit Dec. 21 with no trouble.

“I have no answers,” he said. “Now they aren’t even trying. I wish I knew what is on their mind. They won’t meet? Why? Maybe they are waiting for the Mayan predictions to get them off the hook.”